Olympic bronze medalist Brody Malone, a native of Trion, Georgia, was the featured speaker at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) banquet held this past Thursday evening at the Colonnade in Ringgold. Malone, fresh off his success at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, shared his journey and message of perseverance with the area’s young athletes and coaches. Malone, who secured a bronze medal as part of the U.S. Men’s Gymnastics team, brought his hard-earned medal, offering attendees a rare opportunity to see an Olympic prize up close. Despite his international travels and accomplishments, the celebrated gymnast emphasized the importance of his roots. “It’s always cool to be back in Northwest Georgia,” Malone stated, connecting with the audience through shared experiences and local pride. His presence and inspiring words undoubtedly left a lasting impression on those in attendance, reinforcing the values of dedication, faith, and community.

Last week, the U. S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia approved a class settlement to provide clean drinking water to residents affected by PFAS contamination in the City of Summerville water supply.

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Local young farmers and aspiring homesteaders are invited to Sunset Creek Farms on Thursday, May 1st, at 6 PM for an informative and engaging workshop focused on achieving greater self-sufficiency. The Chattooga Young Farmer event will be hosted at 13780 Georgia 151 in Trion, GA, and will offer attendees a unique opportunity to learn firsthand from experienced farm owners about the practical steps they’ve taken to reduce reliance on external resources. Sunset Creek Farms boasts a diverse range of sustainable practices, including raising miniature Jersey cattle and Kiko goats, cultivating a robust garden, canning vegetables, freeze-drying food for preservation, and even producing homemade detergent and goat milk soap. Hamburgers, hotdogs, trimmings, and dessert will be provided, sponsored by Pine Ridge Outdoor Supply. Due to catering logistics, please RSVP by Tuesday, April 30th, at noon to Lauren Jarrett at LJarrett@chattooga.k12.ga.us

Patchy dense fog may occur across Northwest Georgia this morning due to clear skies, low moisture, and nearly calm winds. Drier air is expected to settle in tonight, with little cooling behind the front.

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Today is National Kids and Pets Day. As families prepare for spring and summer vacations, National Kids and Pets Day highlights the importance of keeping children and pets safe in vehicles. AAA – The Auto Club Group emphasizes that drivers must take precautions to protect their young and furry passengers. Montrae Waiters, a spokesperson for AAA, urges people not to leave children or pets in hot cars and to ensure they are secured while traveling. Small steps can help keep everyone safe.

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Chattooga High School is working with Atrium Health Floyd to provide free sports physicals for student-athletes in grades 9 through 12. The annual Atrium Health Floyd Physical Event will occur on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Chattooga High School War Lodge (989 Highway 114, Summerville, GA 30747).

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New data released by the Georgia Department of Labor reveals a mixed employment picture across Northwest Georgia for the month of March. While some counties saw modest improvements, Chattooga County continues to struggle with the region’s highest unemployment rate.

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The Town of Trion is giving residents a helping hand in sprucing up their properties with the launch of Spring Cleanup Days, running from April 28th through May 12th. The initiative offers a free and convenient way for residents to dispose of unwanted items and enhance the overall appearance of the town. The Town of Trion will provide a dumpster, conveniently located at Trion Town Hall, for residents to use for disposal at no charge. Town officials are strongly encouraging everyone to participate in the cleanup, highlighting its importance in boosting curb appeal and ensuring compliance with city ordinances. “This is a great opportunity for our residents to freshen up their properties after the winter months,” stated Trion Mayor Lanny Thomas. The Spring Cleanup Days also serve as a reminder for residents to maintain their properties according to town codes. Following the cleanup period, town officials will be actively inspecting properties and addressing any outstanding code violations. Residents are advised that this cleanup offers a valuable opportunity to address any potential issues before stricter enforcement measures, including fines and penalties, are implemented. So, mark your calendars, Trion! Take advantage of the Spring Cleanup Days between April 28th and May 12th. Utilize the free dumpster at Town Hall to dispose of unwanted items and contribute to a cleaner, more beautiful Trion for everyone.

A report released by the Georgia State Patrol on a deadly accident on Highway 48 on April 17th, that took the life of a Cloudland man was released and contains details that implicate a Trion man.  David M. Arnold, 47, is facing charges of second-degree vehicular homicide and failure to maintain a single lane in connection to the death of 51-year old David Joe Gill. The crash occurred around 8:30 AM near the intersection of Highway 48 and Indian Trail.

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The Chattooga County Board of Education will auction older vehicles, including school buses, vans, and a truck, to streamline operations and address rising repair costs. This decision was made during a recent board meeting. After an unsuccessful attempt to sell the vehicles with a $1,000 reserve price, the Board will now offer them without a minimum bid. An advertisement for the auction will appear in the local newspaper next week, with bids opening this coming Friday. The Chattooga County Board of Education emphasized that this decision reflects responsible management of taxpayer money, as the aging vehicles are costly to maintain. If the auction does not yield satisfactory offers, the Board may consider scrapping the vehicles to clear the non-operational equipment from their property. The motion for the sale was proposed by Bonnie Fletcher, seconded by Chad Dodd, and received unanimous support. Interested bidders should check  local media next week for details.